Intellectual Property

Clayton Utz offers broad-based IP expertise including trade mark and copyright protection, with frequent involvement in cases featuring an international element. The team handles complex patent matters for a diverse clientele, most notably in the pharmaceutical, technology and telecom sectors, and is active in both contentious and non-contentious matters, though particularly strong on disputes. The firm offers significant expertise in design infringement, passing off and misleading conduct cases.

"Clayton Utz is a leading full-service firm that properly invests in its IP practice and understands the role IP plays across Australian businesses."

"The team at Clayton Utz has extensive litigation and commercial experience that lends itself to well-rounded advice and service."

Clayton Utz acted for Free TV in Copyright Tribunal proceedings concerning the licence terms for a commercial television broadcast industry agreement with collecting society, Phonographic Performance Company of Australia.

John Collins is highly experienced in patent litigation and acts for clients in a variety of sectors, offering notable expertise in high-profile pharmaceutical cases. "John Collins is a good, experienced operator."

Timothy Webb is regularly instructed by a wide range of clients on various contentious copyright and trade mark matters. "Tim has a great ability to balance the complex legal matters and produce high-quality advice and documents for clients." "Tim is cost-conscious and has a lean approach to running the dispute. He is calm under pressure and rational in difficult situations."

Dean Gerakiteys focuses on dispute resolution in intellectual property. He is particularly adept at trademark, copyright and domain name matters and is well-versed in managing prosecution, protection and enforcement cases. He is based in Sydney. "Dean has provided exceptional legal advice for our litigious matters. His ability to handle client expectations and manage complex files and cases is well-regarded."